Transport Manager

WR Logistics; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable logistics company in Essex seeks an experienced Transport Manager to oversee transport operations. The role involves managing a fleet, leading a team of Transport Planners, and ensuring service delivery and compliance. Ideal candidates will hold a Manager CPC qualification and have experience in a multi-drop or general haulage environment. Competitive salary and long-term career prospects are offered.

Benefits

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (DOE)

30 days holidays (rising to 33 with service)

Pension & Company Benefits

Excellent career prospects

Qualifications

• ESSENTIAL: Manager CPC qualification.
• Experience managing a multi-drop, groupage, or general haulage operation.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage teams.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Commercially astute with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily transport operations across multiple UK sites.
• Lead and develop a team of Transport Planners and operational staff.
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation and Operator Licence requirements.
• Oversee planning, routing, and vehicle utilisation for services.
• Deliver operational excellence, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
• Foster a motivated, high-performing team culture.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Manager CPC qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced Transport Manager and CPC holder?

Do you have a proven track record leading Transport Planners within a busy, fast-paced haulage operation?

If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a successful, growing logistics brand with a fantastic reputation for quality and reliability.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Transport Manager to take ownership of transport operations at a busy, multi-site logistics company based in Essex.

Managing a fleet of 20-40 vehicles, you'll oversee multi-drop, groupage, and general haulage operations, ensuring the highest standards of compliance, efficiency, and service delivery.

You’ll lead, coach, and develop a skilled team of Transport Planners and drivers – bringing out the best in your people and driving continuous improvement across the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily transport operations across multiple UK sites.
• Lead and develop a team of Transport Planners and operational staff.
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation and Operator Licence requirements.
• Oversee planning, routing, and vehicle utilisation for multi-drop and groupage services.
• Deliver operational excellence, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
• Foster a motivated, high-performing team culture.

About You

• Manager CPC qualification – ESSENTIAL
• Experience managing a multi-drop, groupage, or general haulage operation.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage teams.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Commercially astute, with a proactive approach to problem‑solving and performance improvement.

The Company

This well‑established, medium‑size logistics brand employs around 200 staff across four UK sites. Due to continued success and growth – including a recent move into a new facility at London Gateway – an exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Transport Manager to take a leading role in their next phase of expansion.

What's on Offer

• Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 (DOE)
• Holidays: 30 days (rising to 33 with service)
• Pension & Company Benefits
• Excellent long‑term career prospects within a forward‑thinking, growing logistics business